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Cheapest round-trip
$419
Typical prices: $422-$690
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/24Wed 2/7
SGN - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$475
Typical prices: $433-$709
Jetstar
Sun 3/4Wed 3/14
SGN - SYD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air and Jetstar. Average duration is 8h 41m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $341 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney (SGN-SYD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney

Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Feb 7
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11:05 am - 7:55 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 50m1 stop Melbourne
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4:25 pm - 9:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 35mnonstop
$419Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 14
Jetstar Logo
10:40 pm - 11:30 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 50mnonstop
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4:25 pm - 9:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 35mnonstop
$475Jetstar
Wed, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 24
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9:05 am - 12:10 pmSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
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8:05 pm - 4:55 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
24h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$503Scoot
Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Feb 7
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10:35 am - 6:30 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
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4:25 pm - 9:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 35mnonstop
$523Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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9:25 pm - 10:00 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 35mnonstop
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12:05 pm - 4:40 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 35mnonstop
$669VietJet Air
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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9:25 pm - 10:00 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 35mnonstop
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12:05 pm - 4:40 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 35mnonstop
$762VietJet Air
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
Jetstar Logo
10:40 pm - 11:30 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 50mnonstop
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4:25 pm - 9:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 35mnonstop
$901Jetstar
Tue, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 24
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10:40 pm - 11:30 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 50mnonstop
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4:25 pm - 9:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 35mnonstop
$980Jetstar
Tue, Feb 16 - Sun, Feb 21
Vietnam Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 9:50 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 40mnonstop
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11:50 am - 4:20 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 30mnonstop
$987Vietnam Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Mon, Feb 22
Vietnam Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 9:50 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 40mnonstop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 4:20 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
8h 30mnonstop
$987Vietnam Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney at $408 round-trip.
•January ($827) and December ($670) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 102% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney the cheapest?

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on VietJet Air

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Vietnam Airlines and SYD

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SGN

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Key details for Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$217
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:10 pm and lands at 5:51 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:40 pm and lands at 7:21 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 41m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney takes 8h 41m, covering 4,250 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney range from $422 to $690, with an average of $537 over the past 12 months. Anything below $422 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the $537 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $341 round-trip via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), compared to $550 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    Jetstar is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Vietnam Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flights are:

    • Jetstar: 88% on time
    • Vietnam Airlines: 85% on time
    • VietJet Air: 31% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 64% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $22–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    The Airbus A330 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by VietJet Air and Hahn Air Systems. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $419 to $3,589. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $245, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $40 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • No Birds
    • EverythingFleet

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney usually depart from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney route, 36% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 40m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney pass through?

    One-stop flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Shenzhen (SZX) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $496 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $642, a difference of $146.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    3 airlines operate flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Sydney. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Vietnam Airlines
    • VietJet Air
    • Jetstar

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 22m, compared with 16h via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 16h 55m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What is the time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Sydney?

    Sydney is 4 hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City (Eastern Australia Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sydney?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Chinatown Night Market and The Rocks Markets. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • VietJet Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Vietnam Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $496, about $146 less than Friday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney trip for May. Fares historically average $408 round-trip in that month - typically $419 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Jetstar. Over the past three months, 88% of Jetstar flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 64%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 40m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $341 round-trip on this route - about $209 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

    • ibis budget Sydney Airport
    • Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport
    • Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Tuesday

Jetstar,VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Jetstar,VietJet Air, +1 more

Wednesday

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Thursday

Jetstar,VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Jetstar,VietJet Air, +1 more

Friday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Saturday

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Sunday

Jetstar,VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Jetstar,VietJet Air, +1 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ho Chi Minh City

Monday

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Tuesday

Jetstar,Vietnam Airlines

Jetstar,Vietnam Airlines

Wednesday

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Thursday

Jetstar,VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Jetstar,VietJet Air, +1 more

Friday

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Saturday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Sunday

Jetstar,VietJet Air,Vietnam Airlines

Jetstar,VietJet Air, +1 more

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